General
True or False
Nonfiction is true and share facts and information.
True
The main idea of a text...
a. the way it is organized
b. what the text is mostly about
c. the details that explain the topic
What is...b. what the text is mostly about?
a. table of contents
b. headings
c. glossary
What is... c. the glossary
This structure explains a problem and lists one or more way it is trying to be solved.
What is... problem and solution?
True or False
An autobiography is nonfiction.
True
True or False
A made up story that could really happen is considered nonfiction.
False
Giant sequoia groves are portions of Sierra Nevada mixed conifer forest that contain giant sequoias. In most groves, giant sequoias are fewer in number than other tree species, but are the most visually striking and dominant in size.
True or False: Sequoia trees is the main idea.
False (that is the topic)
Sentences explaining a photograph or illustration.
What is a caption?
What is... compare and contrast?
In a forest biome, some trees grow taller than the other plants around them. This lets them reach the sunlight. Growing taller is an adaptation that helps trees survive. Shorter plants have adapted with their behavior. They have learned to live in the shade with less sunlight.
According to the author, what is the one reason that trees grow taller than the other trees around them?
To let them reach the sunlight.
To survive.
True or False
Nonfiction has a plot structure similar to fiction stories.
False
Nonfiction uses organization patterns, called text structures.
The red panda is unique and interesting creature. It is slightly larger than a domestic cat with a bear-like body and thick russet fur. The belly and limbs are black, and there are white markings on the side of the head and above its small eyes. Red pandas are very skillful and acrobatic animals that predominantly stay in trees.
The main idea is...
The red panda is unique and interesting creature.
A text feature that show the parts of an object including labels.
What is a diagram?
This structure is organized by time order such as a the events of a person's life, or the steps in a process.
What is... sequence or chronological order?
Plants adapt to survive.
Which of the following sentences support the conclusion above?
Choose all that apply.
a) Monkeys have long tails.
b) Roses and acacia trees both have dangerous thorns, which prevent animals from eating their leaves.
c) Growing taller is an adaptation that helps trees survive.
d) Shorter plants have adapted to live in the shade with less sunlight.
B, C, D
The About/ Point Strategy helps you find...
a. the main idea
b. the author
c. the defintion
What is... a. the main idea?
a. Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun.
b. It one of the few planets with rings.
c. Saturn is a very fascinating planet to learn about.
d. Like Jupiter, it is a gas planet.
Which statement would be the main idea?
c. Saturn is a very fascinating planet to learn about.
The heading tells us...
What is...we will be reading about animals living in the Amazon.
What is cause and effect?
Animals in the forest have a wide variety of adaptations. Monkeys have long tails. They can use them almost like another hand. This helps them swing quickly through the tops of trees. They can even do this while holding their babies or gathering food. Giraffes need to reach leaves at the tops of tall trees. Having a long neck is an adaptation that allows them to do this.
How did the author organize this text?
Compare and Contrast
Paying attention to these; such as photos, captions, textboxes and headings, will provide you with more info. What is...
Text Features
Find the main idea.
Presidents day is celebrated the third Monday of February. The holiday has become an occasion to celebrate the birthdays of both President George Washington and President Abraham Lincoln. Many Americans celebrate the holiday Presidents Day.
What is.... Many Americans celebrate the holiday Presidents Day.
This text feature shares more information or fun facts.
What is Textbox or Factbox?
The sleek, gentle dolphin zooms like a rocket through the ocean water. Its dorsal fin helps it stay balanced. It has a large brain and is very smart.
The text structure being used is...
What is descriptive/ description?
Some animals’ adaptations prevent other animals from wanting to eat them.
Which of the following words has a meaning that is similar to the word "prevent"?
a) calm